Germany 4 Day Week Trial Results

Germany’s 4 Day Week Group Trial

In September 2023, 4 Day Week Global began recruiting organisations in Germany interested in a group trial of the 4 day work week. In collaboration with consultancy Intraprenör and the University of Münster, this trial would become the first of it’s kind in Germany.

Following similar studies in England, South Africa, and the USA, this study aims to provide insights into the effects of a 4 day on productivity, employer attractiveness, work-life balance, and health in German organizations. As a “glimpse into the engine room,“ the initial insights and observations in this mid-trial report reveal the potentials and challenges of introducing a 4 day week.

The majority of participating organizations reduce working hours more conservatively in Germany than in the classic 100:80:100™ model.

In nearly 40% of the organizations, the 4 day week is not piloted with the entire organization but with selected employees or teams.